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Nature Guys

Nature Guys connects you to the exciting natural world right in your own neighborhood. These nature connections will help you be cool, calm, collected and ready to make a positive difference in the world. Nature Guys is hosted by Bob a long time nature lover.

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20:56

Giving Tuesday

Nature Guys ·

2018/11/27

As human beings we have a chance to contribute to organizations that help educate and protect the natural world. Bob and Bill talk about some of their favorite organizations and what they are able to accomplish with a little help from people like you. If you are donating to an organization please consider leaving a comment under this episode. Organizations that Bob and Bill support: Imago https://imagoearth.org Cincinnati Nature Center https://www.cincynature.org The Nature Conservancy

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28:21

Parachuting Beavers

Nature Guys ·

2018/11/13

The beaver is one of the largest rodents in North America. Tune in to find out how and why beavers actually took up parachuting! Our sources for this episode include: Parachuting beavers featured in 'Fur For the Future,' 1950s-era film https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4gNAjBPIyjQ Amazing Facts About the Beaver https://onekindplanet.org/animal/beaver/ Facts About Beavers https://www.livescience.com/52460-beavers.html 11 Fascinating Facts About Beavers

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26:02

Zombie Wasps

Nature Guys ·

2018/10/30

Did you know that we have thousands of species of parasitoid wasps? Tune in to find out why these are called Zombie Wasps. Our sources for this episode include: Butterfly Eggs and Caterpillar Survival | Life In The Undergrowth | BBC https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GCo2uCLXvhk That little speck there? That's a parasitoid wasp! https://u.osu.edu/pinningblock/2015/05/28/that-little-speck-there-thats-a-parasitoid-wasp/ Ichneumon Wasps More than 5,000 species in North America

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42:37

Canada Geese Fly By Night

Nature Guys ·

2018/10/16

This is Nature Guys 100th episode and to celebrate Bill and Bob did a live show for volunteers of Cincinnati Nature Center (https://www.cincynature.org/) the place they met many years ago. This episode is on Canada Geese a bird that Bill had many encounters with at Cincinnati Nature Center. Tune in to find out all about the bird many people love to hate. Related episode: Don’t Grab a Snapping Turtle by the Tail (http://natureguys.org/snapping-turtle/) Our sources for this episode include: Where Did

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37:27

Nature Stories from Music in the Woods

Nature Guys ·

2018/10/02

Bill and Bob gathered nature stories at Imagoʼs Music in the Woods (http://www.imagoearth.org). Tune in to hear inspiring stories of nature connection. Bill mentions a book that he loves, The Overstory, by Richard Powers (http://www.richardpowers.net/the-overstory/). Related episodes: Sit Spot (http://natureguys.org/sit-spot/) and Screech Owl (http://natureguys.org/screech-owl/)

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28:12

The Sound of Insects on a Late Summer Night

Nature Guys ·

2018/09/18

Step outside on a night in late summer and listen to the sounds of the insects. Bill and Bob have some tips on how to listen to these amazing sounds. Our sources for this episode include: Bill suggests the book "The Songs of Insects" by Lang Elliott and Wil Hershberger https://www.amazon.com/Songs-Insects-Wil-Hershberger/dp/0618663975 The Music of Nature by Lang Elliot http://www.musicofnature.com Understanding Insect Sounds: Nature's Orchestra Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FEHbY-ZkzVo What

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21:10

Fall Web Worms in Summer

Nature Guys ·

2018/09/04

Bill finds fall webworms in the middle of summer. These may look nasty in trees but they are native. Related episode: Tent Caterpillars Camp Out Together http://natureguys.org/tent-caterpillars/ Our sources for this episode include: Answer Man Revisited: Are there more webworms this fall? Sept 2016 https://www.news-leader.com/story/news/local/ozarks/2016/09/30/answer-man-revisited-there-more-webworms-fall/91172160/ Fall Webworm https://texasinsects.tamu.edu/fall-webworm/ The rise and fall of the

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28:22

Chipmunks are So Cute

Nature Guys ·

2018/08/28

It is hard to stay mad at a chipmunk because they are so darn cute. Tune in to learn all about this adorable creature. Our sources for this episode include: 5 Ways Chipmunks Win at Winter http://www.ohioanimalcompanion.org/5-ways-chipmunks-win-at-winter/ 10 things you don't know about chipmunks https://www.mnn.com/earth-matters/animals/stories/10-things-you-dont-know-about-chipmunks Chipmunk Facts http://www.havahart.com/chipmunk-facts NOT Alvin and the Chipmunks: 10 Facts You May Not Know about

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24:02

Northern Water Snakes are Not Friendly

Nature Guys ·

2018/08/21

The Northern Water Snake is a common snake that you will see around water. Billʼs advice is to look at these and not pick them up. Our sources for this episode include: Northern Water Snake http://www.untamedscience.com/biodiversity/northern-water-snake/ Facts About Water Snakes https://www.livescience.com/52768-water-snake-facts.html Northern Water Snake https://snake-facts.weebly.com/northern-water-snake.html

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22:45

Basswood the Bee Tree

Nature Guys ·

2018/08/14

Did you know that Basswood was the favorite tree of Henry David Thoreau? Tune in to find out all about this amazing tree. Our sources for this episode include: Linden Tree (Tilia species): The Bee Tree by Gary Carlin http://hpsbg.weebly.com/uploads/2/3/6/6/2366012/linden_tree.pdf Basswood Tree Facts https://www.gardenguides.com/116300-basswood-tree.html Uses for Basswood http://www.bwsr.state.mn.us/news/webnews/May%202013/plant.pdf Basswood or Linden Tree Interesting Facts and Uses

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30:05

Mulberry Mania

Nature Guys ·

2018/08/07

The Nature Guys recorded this show in front of a live audience at Fibanacci Brewing Company (http://fibbrew.com/). Fibonacci makes a beer called Mulberry Grove. Tune in to find out how mulberry trees ended up growing near the the brewery. Our sources for this episode include: Hamilton Avenue Road to Freedom by Charles Cheney http://hamiltonavenueroadtofreedom.org/?page_id=563 Silk https://tennesseeencyclopedia.net/entries/silk/ Mt. Healthy neighbors gather mulberries for Fibonaci beer

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27:55

Japanese Beetles

Nature Guys ·

2018/07/31

We were at Cincinnati Nature Center for their Hoots and Hops event. Much to our surprise we found out that Lois has Japanese Beetles on her ferns. If you have a garden you probably have seen a Japanese Beetle. These insects can be a challenge to control. Tune in to find out how to identify and deal with the Japanese Beetle. Our sources for this episode include: Best and Worst Plants https://www.almanac.com/content/japanese-beetles-best-and-worst-plants Jaw-dropping Facts About Japanese Beetles

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23:49

Hummingbird Moths

Nature Guys ·

2018/07/24

If you happen to see a baby hummingbird take a closer look. You probably are looking at a Hummingbird Moth. Tune in to find out all about a moth that looks and acts like a hummingbird. Our sources for this episode include: Summer Hummer http://bugoftheweek.com/blog/2015/7/13/summer-hummer-hummingbird-moth-ihemaris-thysbei National Moth Week http://nationalmothweek.org Convergent Evolution https://www.sciencedaily.com/terms/convergent_evolution.htm Is it rare to see a hummingbird moth

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26:40

Belize

Nature Guys ·

2018/07/17

Once in awhile we are going to take advantage of Billʼs vast travel experience. In this episode Bill and Bob share nature stories from Belize. Related episode: Bill's Travel Tips (http://natureguys.org/bills-travel-tips/) Our sources for this episode include: Mayan Culture and History http://www.tulum.com/information/mayan-culture-history/ Howler Monkey Facts http://interesting-animal-facts.com/Facts-South-American-Animals/Howler-Monkey-Facts.shtml Belize Barrier Reef Snorkeling

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24:42

Bill's Travel Tips

Nature Guys ·

2018/07/10

Bill has traveled the world in his long career. In this episode he shares some tips and tricks to help make sure you can enjoy the natural world no matter how close or far you travel from home. Visit our website at http://www.natureguys.org/ for a list of Bill's tips and tricks!

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39:46

Don't Grab a Snapping Turtle By the Tail

Nature Guys ·

2018/07/03

Learn how and how not to pick up a snapping turtle. These turtles live a really long time. Find out the pros and cons of this strategy. This episode was recorded live at Roads, Rivers and Trails (http://roadsriversandtrails.com/). Our sources for this episode include: To Help Snapping Turtles https://www.tortoisetrust.org/articles/snappers.htm 10 Awesome Snapping Turtle Facts https://www.buzzfeed.com/turtlefeed/10-awesome-snapping-turtle-facts-ruc?utm_term=.ajANjXPeV#.bepj18Nem How would you help a

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29:20

Deer Will Not Eat Ferns

Nature Guys ·

2018/06/26

Tune in to find out why deer will not eat ferns. Bill will explain the life cycle of this amazing plant. Bob takes you way back to the time when ferns were eaten by dinosaurs. Find out why the Victorians in Britain had fern fever. Our sources for this episode include: Fern-mania: After the Victorians said they cured madness and boosted your love life - and explorers risked death to find them, the humble fern is sexy all over again

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26:28

Sick of Ticks

Nature Guys ·

2018/06/19

Ticks can make you sick. However, if you take a few precautions they will not prevent you from being outside. Join us to find all about these challenging creatures. Related episode: Opossums Like To Eat Ticks (http://natureguys.org/opossums/) Our sources for this episode include: What Purpose Do Ticks Serve in the Ecosystem? https://www.hunker.com/12192945/what-purpose-do-ticks-serve-in-theecosystem Create a Tick-Safe Zone Through Landscaping https://www.cdc.gov/lyme/prev/in_the_yard.html Deer

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30:45

Voles Villains of the Garden

Nature Guys ·

2018/06/12

Bobʼs garden is invaded by voles. Tune in to find out why this little rodent is being studied by researchers. Our sources for this episode include: Internet Center for Wildlife Damage Management http://icwdm.com What Can Rodents Tell Us About Why Humans Love? https://www.smithsonianmag.com/scienceanature/what-can-rodents-tell-us-about-why-humans-love-180949441/ Voles: These Little Rodents Can do a Lot of Damage https://www.gardensalive.com/product/voles-these-little-rodents-can-do-a-lot-of-damage

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24:24

Praying Mantis Preys

Nature Guys ·

2018/06/05

Seems like everyone knows something about the Praying Mantis. Tune in to find out some interesting facts that you might not know. Our sources for this episode include: Praying mantises released for pest control are hunting hummingbirds https://www.treehugger.com/animals/praying-mantises-released-pest-control-are-hunting-hummingbirds.html 11 wondrous facts about praying mantises https://www.treehugger.com/animals/11-wondrous-facts-about-praying-mantises.html 10 Fascinating Praying Mantis Facts

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